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Federal government announces changes to Migratory Birds Regulations
The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, today announced that the Government of Canada is modernizing the Migratory Birds Regulations, which protect migratory birds in Canada. The new regulations were published in the Canada Gazette, Part II on June 8, 2022 and will come into force on July 30, 2022.
Patrick Nadeau appointed to the national Nature Advisory Committee
Birds Canada is proud to announce that President and CEO Patrick Nadeau has been appointed to the national Nature Advisory Committee by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC).
Media release: World Swift Day is a reminder that chimney owners can help save a Threatened bird
June 7 is World Swift Day. If you are the owner of a traditional masonry chimney, you might be able to help the Threatened Chimney Swift.
Still time to join events at Toronto and Vancouver bird celebrations
During the month of May, people have been celebrating birds in the urban jungles of Toronto, Vancouver, and – thanks to online event platforms – beyond. You still have time to join in!
From bird curious to bird conservationist: a Birdathon story
Each year, we have the pleasure of hearing from some of you about your Great Canadian Birdathon experiences. This year Mike McMillan of Simcoe, ON, shared how and why he’s been participating for 19 years!
Second Ontario Atlas makes digital leap
While the second season is underway for the third Breeding Bird Atlas project for Ontario, the province’s second atlas (2001-2005) has hit an important landmark. The entire “Atlas of Breeding Birds of Ontario, 2001-2005” is now available digitally on the Atlas website.
